News across Greater Longview, WA
Notice of Special Council Meeting/Workshop
Cowlitz County receives $200,000 grant
Cowlitz County will receive a $200,000 CRNA grant to fund a geomorphic study of the Tuttle and Cowlitz rivers, with Public Works expected to take over administration of the grant. Commissioners also heard about efforts to secure funding for the Owl Creek Bridge replacement and a…
Kelso City Council discusses major drug seizure
During the Kelso City Council meeting Tuesday, September 15, Kelso Police Chief Fletcher reported a significant drug investigation. A Kelso officer initially stopped a vehicle for a license plate violation. The traffic stop resulted in the seizure of approximately four pounds of…
Proposed rule could reduce Head Start services
Lower Columbia College Head Start is urging Cowlitz County families and community members to weigh in on a proposed federal rule that program officials say could reduce staffing, increase classroom sizes and limit services for families. Public comments on the proposal, which…
Water system flushing scheduled for area #1
On Friday, September 25, 2026, the City of Longview utility crews will be flushing water mains between Industrial Way and Nichols Boulevard from Oregon Way to Washington Way. Work will begin at 6:00 a.m. and end by 4:30 p.m.
NOTICE OF COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING/LEGISLATIVE DINNER
POLL: How do you think higher impact fees for school districts affect housing affordability in Clark County?
Clark County Council raised impact fees for La Center, Hockinson, and Woodland school districts, drawing pushback from the Building Industry Association.
Council advances Mint Valley roof evaluation
Longview City Council has approved spending about $25,000 to investigate persistent condensation problems at the Mint Valley Racquet Complex. After already spending roughly $205,000 on insulation replacement, the city will hire a building envelope specialist to determine the…
Our Saviour’s Lutheran church is hosting members of the CMA
Our Saviour’s Lutheran church is hosting members of the CMA “Riders for the Son” motorcycle group from Longview. Come hear about their mission and projects. Bring your bikes, bicycles or e-bikes for a special blessing! Service is at 10:30, Sunday September 20th!
PUBLIC NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO APPROPRIATE PUBLIC WATERS
PUBLIC NOTICE OF APPLICATION TO APPROPRIATE PUBLIC WATERSTAKE NOTICE:That on 7/15/2024, the Ports of Longview, Kalama, Woodland, and Vancouver, applied under Application No. G2-30887 to appropriate public waters from a well at a rate of 550 gallons per minute and an annual…
PUBLIC NOTICE
Cowlitz-Wahkiakum Council of Governments Board of Directors Regular Meeting: Thursday – September 24, 2026 – 12PM. For more information or to locate the current agenda, please visit: https://www.cwcog.org/about/#BoardsPublic. Public participation and comments are welcome. Members…